Forensic Engineering

In addition to our other services, Brander provides forensic engineering services to identify the cause and extent of deterioration and damage related to moisture infiltration, inadequate design or construction, building use, and fires, as follows:

Structural failures

Noncompliance of design with codes or other recognized standards

Noncompliance of construction with drawings and specifications

Inadequate performance of structures

Construction accidents

Fire Cause and origin investigations

Structural damage assessments

Reconstruction design

Expert witness

Other miscellaneous projects include such things as investigations of equipment malfunctions that lead to accidents or damage, engineering to address ergonomic issues, and review or project documents and management procedures for dispute resolution.